The Junior Financial Analyst supports the finance team by assisting in financial reporting, analysis, and forecasting activities. This entry-level role involves gathering and analyzing financial data, creating reports, and helping with budget preparation. The Junior Financial Analyst plays a key role in helping the company make informed financial decisions and ensuring that all financial processes run smoothly.
Responsibilities:
- Collect and analyze financial data from various departments.
- Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
- Support the budgeting and forecasting processes by preparing financial models and spreadsheets.
- Perform variance analysis to compare actual results with budgeted figures.
- Monitor financial performance indicators and provide insights on areas of improvement.
- Assist in financial audits by preparing required documentation and reports.
- Support senior analysts and finance managers in ad-hoc financial analysis and special projects.
- Ensure that financial data is accurate, timely, and compliant with regulations.
- Conduct research on market trends and provide recommendations for business decisions.
- Help maintain and update financial systems and databases.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial analysis software.
- Basic knowledge of financial principles, budgeting, and forecasting.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple tasks.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Eagerness to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment.
- Internships or prior experience in a finance role is a plus.
Work Environment:
- Office setting with standard working hours.
- Opportunity for remote or hybrid work depending on the company’s policies.
- Collaboration with various departments and senior finance team members.